Subcuticular fashion

What does "Subcuticular fashion" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Subcuticular fashion" is a term used in medicine, specifically in surgery, to describe a particular way of stitching a wound or surgical cut. Instead of the stitches going across the top of the skin, they are done in a way that they go under the skin's surface. This method is often used because it can result in less visible scarring. It's like sewing a seam on the inside of a piece of clothing, so the stitches aren't seen on the outside.

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